Sales and Marketing
Digital Marketers: Learn from the Mistakes of Others!
The digital marketing record books are filled with stories of brands that got it wrong, brands that accidently got it right and some that just missed the mark. While some mistakes lead to unexpected benefits, others have the potential to lead to the demise of brands and utter failure.
Digital Video Ad Convergence Keeps TV Relevant
One of the big winners of this inevitable march toward digital integration is none other than the crown jewel of traditional advertising: TV. Long Live the Boob Tube.
Google Makes Your Inbox Pinteresting
For the past 12 months, Google has been making a lot of interesting changes that are really shaking up the email space. The latest is the redesign of the Promotions tab to look like a … let’s face: it’s a Pinterest wall.
Don’t Answer That Objection!
A few days ago, I was tagging along with a sales person on a call. It started well, then the customer expressed an objection. That’s when things started to go wrong.
“Free” Websites: The Dirty Secrets You Need to Know
I have mixed feelings about the “free” websites you can get from a number of online places. On the one hand, I certainly see the appeal for a small business on a budget. Then again, I do know what goes into building a quality website. I know what it takes to get one ranked well.
How to Keep Your Sales Team from Losing the Human Element
There’s no shortage of methods to help maintain the human element that’s so often lacking in an automated world. If we didn’t remind ourselves to engage with our users on a human level, we’d lose touch with their wants and needs. And much like a pharmaceutical company, we need the feedback provided by human interaction.
Taking Your Pitch on the Road: 5 Tips for Selling at Trade Shows
Trade shows can be tough if you don’t plan how you’re going to land prospects. To deliver your pitch, you must draw attention to your company and stand out from the competition.